Fascinating players in World Cup history

June 13, 2014 5:43 PM

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Thierry Henry (France). Henry led France to the World Cup title in 1998. During his international career, Henry earned 123 caps and scored more than 40 goals. Plays for the New Jersey Red Bulls and is one of the highest paid players in the history of the sport (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Thierry Henry (France). Henry led France to the World Cup title in 1998. During his international career, Henry earned 123 caps and scored more than 40 goals. Plays for the New Jersey Red Bulls and is one of

Thierry Henry (France). Henry led France to the World Cup title in... Photo-1211752.87851 - Connecticut Post

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Clint Dempsey (United States). Dempsey is playing in his third World Cup. He scored the only goal for the United States in 2006 in Germany and became just the second player in U.S. soccer history to score at least two goals in the World Cup when he netted one in South Africa in 2010. Known for his fearless style of play. less

Clint Dempsey (United States). Dempsey is playing in his third World Cup. He scored the only goal for the United States in 2006 in Germany and became just the second player in U.S. soccer history to score at ... more

David Beckham (England) Beckham played for his country in three World Cups in 1998, 2002, and 2006 but he's known more for his movie star good-looks and charisma than soccer ability. One of the most recognized players in the world, Beckham also became one of its highest-paid, earning more than $15 million per year at certain points of his career.(AP Photo/Paul White) A SEPT. 17, 2006 FILE PHOTO less

David Beckham (England) Beckham played for his country in three World Cups in 1998, 2002, and 2006 but he's known more for his movie star good-looks and charisma than soccer ability. One of the most recognized ... more

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David Beckham (England) Beckham played for his country in three... Photo-2134606.87851 - Connecticut Post

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Ronaldo (Brazil) Played in his first World Cup at the age of 17 and was part of the team that won the title in 1994. In the 1998 World Cup, he helped Brazil reach the final and won the Golden Ball for player of the tournament. He won a second World Cup in 2002 and in the 2006 FIFA World Cup, Ronaldo became the highest goal scorer in World Cup history with 15.

Ronaldo (Brazil) Played in his first World Cup at the age of 17 and was part of the team that won the title in 1994. In the 1998 World Cup, he helped Brazil reach the final and won the Golden Ball for player of ... more

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Ronaldo (Brazil) Played in his first World Cup at the age of 17 and... Photo-6430083.87851 - Connecticut Post